October 15th 2026, 1:17 AM
Samsung Wallet Integrates USDC Transfers on Solana for Eligible US Galaxy Users
Key Summary
Samsung has announced that its Wallet and Pay apps will support USDC transfers on the Solana blockchain for eligible US users, starting in the last week of October. The feature will be available on 82 million compatible Galaxy devices, allowing users to send USDC to external wallets, convert it into local currency, and deposit it into bank accounts in over 60 countries. The service is limited to US residents aged 18 or older, and users must pass identity verification and confirm transactions with biometric authentication.
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How the Samsung Wallet USDC feature works
USDC is a stablecoin, a digital token designed to track the US dollar one for one. Inside Samsung Wallet, eligible users will be able to send USDC to external wallets that accept it. They can also convert it into local currency and deposit it into bank accounts in more than 60 countries.The partners behind the curtain
Samsung is not building the plumbing alone. Solana provides the blockchain infrastructure that moves the tokens, while Bastion supplies a licensed stablecoin framework for the payment service. Coinbase serves as sub-custodian of the USDC.What this means for Solana, USDC, and payments
The most important number here is 82 million. Crypto companies have spent years trying to coax consumers into downloading new apps and opening new accounts. Samsung is skipping that step by putting stablecoin transfers into software already installed on its phones. Cross-border transfers look like the clearest use case. The ability to cash out into local bank accounts in more than 60 countries targets that pain point directly.#USDC#Solana#Samsung#US#Crypto